Controversy Surrounds Proposal for 750 New Homes Near M5 Monday, May 5, 2025 bridgwater development homes infrastructure council viability affordable mp proposal controversy Plans for a major housing development near the M5 in Bridgwater have sparked controversy and criticism from various quarters. Edward Ware (Bridgwater) Ltd. has proposed building 750 homes on the eastern edge of the town, … Read More
MP advocates for lesbian rights during Lesbian Visibility Week Thursday, May 1, 2025 lesbian mp inequality mentalhealth discrimination lgbtq+ healthcare lesbianvisibilityweek socialjustice rights During Lesbian Visibility Week, Liberal Democrat MP Sarah Dyke of Glastonbury and Somerton delivered a compelling speech at the House of Commons, highlighting the persistent inequality and challenges faced by lesbian women in … Read More
Scathing Criticism for 'Fleeceholder' Management Companies as Service Charges Skyrocket Friday, April 25, 2025 fleeceholder management service charges residents mp leaseholders legislation transparency financial mismanagement rmg Liberal Democrat MP for Glastonbury and Somerton, Sarah Dyke, addressed Parliament, shedding light on the plight of local leaseholder residents burdened by exorbitant service fee hikes and restrictive contracts. One such … Read More
Community Action in Wells: Local Leaders Take Matters Into Their Own Hands Thursday, April 24, 2025 wells community leadership public spaces proactive local councillor mp waste management social media public support In response to overflowing bins in Wells, local councillor Claire Sully and MP Tessa Munt demonstrated proactive community leadership by personally emptying a crowded bin near the Bishop’s Palace. Prompted by growing … Read More
Local MP's Generosity Supports Dozens in Minehead Through Citizens Advice Thursday, April 17, 2025 mp citizensadvice donation support minehead services generosity westsomerset funding impact Many residents in Minehead and the neighboring villages have received valuable support from Somerset’s Citizens Advice service, thanks to the generosity of their local MP. Rachel Gilmour, the Liberal Democrat MP for … Read More
Yeovil MP’s Push for Urgent SEND Reform Gains Momentum Wednesday, April 16, 2025 send reform mp education support inclusion special needs disabilities rural crisis A new plan to overhaul the UK’s struggling special educational needs system has gained support from Adam Dance, the MP for Yeovil and South Somerset. At the Liberal Democrat’s Spring Conference in Harrogate, Dance … Read More